Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti
I’m a sucker for a good self-help book. I was recently recommended French Women Don’t Get Fat by Mireille Guiliano and while I was browsing the English library for travel books last week, I came across it accidentally. Of course, I figured it was destiny and had to check it out. I started reading on Tuesday, […]
Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Cake
I spent the last four Thursdays taking a beginners sewing class. I’ve sewn a few things in my lifetime (quilts, pajama pants, a purse) but I’ve never actually made anything 100% on my own. My mom was always by my side, fixing or finishing things up when I would get frustrated. I’m a big girl […]
Dairy-Free Chicken Pot Pie
When it’s snowing in Zurich on a Sunday and you aren’t already in the mountains, there isn’t much to do. I’m surprisingly ok with this and have actually grown to love our relaxing winter Sundays; staying warm and cozy inside while watching the snow fall outside . The stores are closed, which of course has […]
Raw Walnut Brownie Bites
A few weeks ago, I did a week-long digital detox. I had gotten into the habit of checking Facebook and Instagram every night before bed, every morning when I woke up, and odd times throughout the day. So I took a break. A week long break and it was just the right amount of time […]
Slow Cooker Chai Spiced Poached Pears
I’m part of a monthly ladies’ supper club. Surprised? I thought not. Each woman brings something they have never made before and to begin our meal, we each talk about the item we’ve contributed. Not only is it hard to figure out what new item to make, we also cater to several food intolerances. At first, […]
Healthy Pumpkin Pie {vegan & gluten-free}
I have an ever-growing dilemma. Do I just throw my food intolerances out the the door and eat the delicious dessert that may or may not give me a stomach ache? Or do I modify the dessert to my dietary needs and potentially not be satisfied? I’ve found that both have their pros and cons and […]